Oscar Campbell joined the Macalester men’s soccer coaching staff as the program’s full-time assistant coach in prior to the 2023 season. A former standout at Hamline University, Campbell serves as the Scots’ recruiting coordinator and assists head coach Gregg Olson with all on and off field operations of the men’s soccer program.
"Oscar comes to Macalester with great experience within the MIAC. After a stellar career as a player at Hamline, he coached collegiately since 2019 and he has been involved in youth soccer here in Minnesota for many years. I'm very excited for Oscar to impact the program and our student-athletes," said Olson.
Prior to coming to Macalester, Campbell was the Director of Coaching, Rec Director, and Registrar for the Bloomington Youth Soccer Club, where he was responsible for developing curriculum for both recreational and competitive programs. He oversaw the coaching staff, coordinated schedules, and was the liaison for manager, coach, and family communication. Campbell successfully executed tryouts and spring training.
In addition to working at the Bloomington Youth Soccer Club, Campbell worked as an Olympic Development Program (ODP) coach at the Minnesota Youth Soccer Association and coached at Coerver Coaching. He was the assistant coach for the 2007 boys at the Region II Showcase.
Before Coerver Coaching, Campbell was an Assistant Men's Soccer Coach at his alma mater Hamline Univeristy. He was involved in recruiting, developing game plans, player development, and gameday operations.
"I want to thank Athletic Director Donnie Brooks, Head Coach Gregg Olson, and the rest of the search committee for the opportunity to join the men's soccer staff," said Campbell. "Macalester soccer has a long and proud tradition of excellence on the field and in the classroom that I am thrilled to be joining. I look forward to getting to know the program, student-athletes, staff and school. Coach Olson and former assistant Josh Roy have created an enjoyable and fulfilling student-athlete experience that I'm excited to help continue and build upon."
A native of Minneapolis, Campbell played collegiately at Hamline, helping lead the Pipers to the MIAC Playoffs in 2015 and 2017. He was three-time captain, two-time All-MIAC First Team honoree, and named to the All-Region First team and received Academic All-Region honors in 2017. Campbell was also named the SAAC Senior Male Athlete of the Year.
Campbell received his bachelor's degrees in Sociology and Business Administration, with a concentration in Sport Management in 2018.
